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Glycine Airman Contemporary Bronze GMTvsSinn U18

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Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT
GlycineAirman Contemporary Bronze GMT
MSRP $3,000
U18
SinnU18
MSRP $3,488
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Glycine Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT

The Glycine Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT is noted for its thinness and distinct numeral typography, with some finding its oyster bracelet a differentiating factor. One owner strongly dislikes the design, calling it "spastic" and a "turrrble idea." Overall, owners are divided on the Glycine Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT, with strong opinions on its design.

Sinn U18

The Sinn U18 is praised for its unique deep blue/green dial with three-dimensional oxygen bubbles that change with light, and its comfortable, easily adjustable bracelet. Owners find the watch stunning and a piece of history, appreciating the refined hands. The Sinn U18 features a 44mm, 15.5mm thick case made from German submarine steel, offering a 2000-meter dive specification and Sinn's Ar-Dehumidifying technology, powered by a Sellita SW300-1 movement. The case thickness is apparent, and the watch comes as a complete set with box and papers for $3,000-$3,680. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Sinn U18 highly for its striking dial and robust build.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT44mm
U1844mm
Power Reserve
Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT48h
U1842h
Water Resistance
Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT100m
U182,000m
MSRP
Airman Contemporary Bronze GMT$3,000
U18$3,488

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
12.14mm
15.5mm
Material
Bronze
high-strength
Water Resistance
100m
2000m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Gold
Black
Lume
Luminous
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
SW300-1
Power Reserve
48h
42h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,000
$3,488
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